Tacos La Placita, 6418 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: TACOS LA PLACITA
Type: Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle
Address: 6418 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth, FL 33463
License #: 6051481
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 09/22/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/hr/food-lodging/managercertification.html. **Warning**
09/22/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
07/18/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in reach-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
3/21/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • High Priority - Cooked meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 44F chicken.
10/11/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. **Admin Complaint**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. HWS COVER WITH PLASTIC
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
4/19/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Food stored on floor. BAG OF ONIONS
  • Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
  • High Priority - License is expired and is more than 60 after expiration date. **Admin Complaint**
  • High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Salsa use at self serve not protected
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. RAW CHICKEN PREPARED NEXT TO COOKED VEGGIES
  • High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Two live roaches on the wall next to three compartment sink.
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. HWS COVER WITH PLASTIC
  • Intermediate - Manager lacking proof of food manager certification.
  • Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
4/18/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.
9/27/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/8/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
3/8/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - License expired within 30 days after expiration date. This violation must be corrected by : 2-29-12.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. OVER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLER
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. COUNTER TOP AROUND HAND SINK_PARTICLE BOARD_EXPOSED
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. _TORTILLAS ETC Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLER SHELVES
  • Observed equipment in poor repair. UPRIGHT SS REACH IN COOLER _LEAKING WATER INSIDE THE UNIT_BAGS COLLECTING THE WATER.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. LEAKING FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
12/29/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. LEAKING FAUCET _3 COMPARTMENT SINK
9/15/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
9/15/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. SALSAS AT THE WINDOW NOT COVERED-SELF SERVED BY CLIENT. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 09-14-11.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. BOWLS INSIDE HAND SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. PLATE WITH RAW CHICKEN OVER JAR OF GREEN SALSA_INSIDE COOK LINE COOLER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. RAW CHICKEN BREAST_OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOR 1.5hrs- Corrected On Site. OPERATOR COOKING THE ITEM.
  • Critical - Unpackaged food not protected from environmental sources of contamination during preparation. DOUBLE STACKING _BOWL OF TOMATOES ON TOP OF DICED ONIONS Corrected On Site.
7/14/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/14/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. FAUCET _LEAKING
4/14/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 04-11-11.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. NEW EMPLOYEE _
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. OIL Corrected On Site.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm
2/10/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.EXAMPLE BEEF AT UPRIGHT COOLER_MOVED TO CHEST FREEZER Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.FRESH WHITE CHEESES & CUBED TOMATOES ETC UNIT NEXT TO UPRIGHT. NOTE: THIS FOOD ITEMS ARE STORED IN A STEAMTABLE CONVERTED INTO A COLD HOLD UNIT BY USING ICE BATH. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. COVERED WITH PLASTIC Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect. ICE_SCOOP OUT_WITH BARE HANDS Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. CHLORINE Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Food-contact surfaces and utensils not sanitized properly after cleaning._3 COMPARTMENT SINK_SOAP & WATER ONLY
  • Critical. Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.UNDER THE MOBIL UNIT
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. CLEAN UTENSILS STORED INSIDE Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. CORD EXTENSION WITH LIGHT BULB_OVER FLAT TOP
  • Critical. LP-gas tanks not protected from vehicle damage_For reporting purposes only.
  • Mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Repeat Violation.
  • No copy of latest inspection report.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. SAME 2 EMPLOYEES FROM THE LAST INSPECTION Repeat Violation.
6/3/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. EXAMPLE DICED TOMATOES & FRESH CHEESES _TOP SIDE OF EQUIPMENT ACROSS PREP TABLE
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. EXAMPLE CUT MELON INSIDE UPRIGHT COOLER _UNIT IS TURNED OFF UPON ARRIVAL TO THE SWAP SHOP. ITEMS OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOR APROX 3 HRS. ADVICED OPERATOR TO DISCARD ALL ITEMS AT THE 4th HR OUT OF TEMPERATURE _12pm
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.COOKLINE PREP TABLE
  • Critical. Establishment operating without a current Hotel and Restaurant license.
  • Mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. Pro Repeat Violation. ISMAEL
3/25/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. SUGAR
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. POTS WITH CHICHARRONES ETC Corrected On Site.
  • Observed equipment in poor repair.THE NEW S/S COOLER_SHELVES RUSTED
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.CHEST FREEZER
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched.PLASTIC SPOONS ETC Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 1 ROACH _3 COMPARTMENT SINK Corrected On Site.
  • Mobile food dispensing vehicle not reporting to commmissary as required. COMMISSARY IS OUT OF BUSINESS
9/17/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 6/18/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 2/19/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 2/19/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No report available. 11/13/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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